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OVERVIEW

Tanzania’s growing economy and diverse industries rely on strong procurement practices to support both public and private sector operations. The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) oversees the country’s public procurement landscape, ensuring fairness, competitiveness, transparency, non-discrimination, accountability, and innovation in the procurement process. However, like many industries, procurement and supply chain management have historically been male-dominated, limiting  opportunities for women professionals.
The procurement process in Tanzania involves acquiring goods, works, and services through competitive bidding. It is governed by the Public Procurement Act of 2023 and regulated by the PPRA.

While public sector procurement falls under this framework, private sector procurement is not regulated by the Act but is professionally governed by PSPTB (Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board).

While the number of women-owned businesses in Tanzania has grown, three-quarters remain micro-enterprises with just one employee, highlighting their instability. According to 2013 UN Women data, only 24% of Tanzanian businesses are owned by women, far below the Sub-Saharan Africa average of 34%.

This gap underscores the need for deliberate efforts to increase women's participation in procurement, this is for both professionals and women led/owned businesses

Vision

To attract, retain, and advance women in procurement by identifying barriers and developing strategies to overcome them. 

Through events, publications, and online engagement, WIPSCT fosters professional growth, knowledge exchange, networking, advocacy for gender equality and ensuring women have equal opportunities to succeed in the industry.

Mission

To be the leading platform for women in procurement and supply chain in Tanzania, driving innovation, leadership, and collaboration to elevate the profession. 

We envision a future where women are valued, respected, and represented at all levels of procurement and supply chain management. Through collective effort, knowledge-sharing, and advocacy, we are creating a more diverse, innovative, and inclusive industry.

New People

  • Create a networking and knowledge-sharing platform for women in procurement and supply chain 
  • Support professional development through training, mentorship, and skills enhancement programs 
  • Advocate for gender equality, diversity, inclusion and reshape the industry for women 
  • Encourage and inspire more women to pursue and excel in procurement and supply chain careers 
  • Empower women-led businesses to access more procurement opportunities, fostering their growth in both public and private sectors 
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to address challenges such as the wage gap, limited access to opportunities and drive positive change
OUR WHY

Empowering Women, Advancing the Profession


 Tanzania has taken steps to increase women's participation in public procurement. The 2016 amendment to the Public Procurement Act allocated 30% of procurement opportunities to special groups, including women, youth, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
To qualify (as a women owned/led), the business must be at least 70% women- owned and 100% women-led.
However, despite these policies, implementation challenges persist, limiting the impact of these regulations.

 Both women professionals and women-led businesses face barriers in the procurement space, highlighting the need for targeted solutions.
Recognizing the need for gender equality and inclusion in procurement, Women in Procurement and Supply Chain Tanzania (WIPSCT) is established to empower women professionals through networking, mentorship, advocacy, and professional development.

WIPSCT will play a critical role in expanding women's economic opportunities and access to markets. Women procurement professionals are instrumental in driving this change.
Women in Procurement and Supply Chain Tanzania (WIPSCT) is a network of women professionals dedicated to fostering career growth, business success, and gender equality in the procurement and supply chain sector.
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